In English
The teachings of the masters vary according to the condition of the disciples. Likewise, in the or other scriptures, statements might appear which seem to contradict each other. These differences relate to differences in circumstances and requirements of the person concerned. You should not contrast one statement of the with another and ask why them is a contradiction between the different statements. In the itself, in one place, stresses the need for action, at another the adherence to , and in another place commends renunciation of all and urges complete surrender to the Lord. These apparent contradictions are not contradictions. The teaching varies according to the state of spiritual development of the person concerned and the situation in which he is placed. The inner significance of the great teachings of the and sages should be properly understood before any criticism is attempted. No room should be given for logic chopping or verbal controversies.